Your Opportunity

The Oral Interview’s purpose is to: 

• Reveal characteristics and information that distinguishes you from other candidates.

• Highlight the knowledge, skills, and abilities you’ve developed in preparation for the position.

• Understand your communication style.

• Confirm you want the job, have a passion for it, and have prepared for it.

Common Pitfalls

• Assuming the interviewer knows background; not fully explaining your experience.

• Exaggerate a story to make a point—your panel will know if you're bending the truth.

general Prep Questions

• Why do you want the position?

• What have you done to prepare yourself for the position?

• Is there anything you'd like to add? (90 second closing statement)